CPT Client Manager Jobs
Client Manager roles sit at the intersection of business development and account strategy, making them a strong CPT match for students in business, marketing, or communications programs. Your DSO must confirm the position ties directly to your curriculum before you can start. CPT authorization is employer-specific, so a new role means a new I-20 amendment.
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As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena builds the critical infrastructure powering the AI era. We’re a technology company shaping the future of networking, guided by innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Through development opportunities, meaningful work, and flexibility, Ciena supports growth and well-being—on and off the job. Connect with a career that matters.
The Opportunity: 4 month work term, starting January 2027
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Join the ASIC IP team and contribute to the design and verification of client protocol mapping IP used in Ciena's WaveLogic coherent engine chipsets. This role provides hands-on exposure to digital ASIC development, verification methodologies, prototype development, automation, and optical networking technologies. The position offers opportunities to build technical experience while contributing to defined engineering deliverables.
- Design and verify digital blocks, cores, and subsystems for ASIC products and FPGA-based validation.
- Collaborate with design and verification engineers on client subsystem and core development activities.
- Implement digital designs using SystemVerilog, Verilog, and VHDL.
- Verify digital designs using SystemVerilog and UVM methodologies.
- Develop and enhance prototype and development automation solutions.
- Apply communications standards knowledge, including IEEE 802.3, ITU, and OIF specifications, within development activities.
- Contribute to digital ASIC development projects through assigned engineering tasks.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Actively enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
- Previous experience with ASIC or FPGA development, as well as knowledge of and experience using System Verilog, Verilog, VHDL and Python.
- Strong verbal and technical writing skills.
- Self-motivated, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of OTN, Ethernet, and other Optical Networking standards.
- Strong problem solving and debugging skills.
- Experience working in a Linux environment.
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range: The hourly pay range for this position is $27.00 - $37.50.
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers students access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.
At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
INTRODUCTION
As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena builds the critical infrastructure powering the AI era. We’re a technology company shaping the future of networking, guided by innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Through development opportunities, meaningful work, and flexibility, Ciena supports growth and well-being—on and off the job. Connect with a career that matters.
The Opportunity: 4 month work term, starting January 2027
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Join the ASIC IP team and contribute to the design and verification of client protocol mapping IP used in Ciena's WaveLogic coherent engine chipsets. This role provides hands-on exposure to digital ASIC development, verification methodologies, prototype development, automation, and optical networking technologies. The position offers opportunities to build technical experience while contributing to defined engineering deliverables.
- Design and verify digital blocks, cores, and subsystems for ASIC products and FPGA-based validation.
- Collaborate with design and verification engineers on client subsystem and core development activities.
- Implement digital designs using SystemVerilog, Verilog, and VHDL.
- Verify digital designs using SystemVerilog and UVM methodologies.
- Develop and enhance prototype and development automation solutions.
- Apply communications standards knowledge, including IEEE 802.3, ITU, and OIF specifications, within development activities.
- Contribute to digital ASIC development projects through assigned engineering tasks.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Actively enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
- Previous experience with ASIC or FPGA development, as well as knowledge of and experience using System Verilog, Verilog, VHDL and Python.
- Strong verbal and technical writing skills.
- Self-motivated, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of OTN, Ethernet, and other Optical Networking standards.
- Strong problem solving and debugging skills.
- Experience working in a Linux environment.
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range: The hourly pay range for this position is $27.00 - $37.50.
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers students access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.
At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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Get Access To All JobsClient Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Client Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
It depends on how your school defines integral curricular experience. Client Manager positions typically qualify for students in business administration, marketing, management, or communications programs because the core duties, including account oversight, cross-functional coordination, and client communication, map directly to coursework in those fields. Your DSO makes the final call based on your specific program and course history.
Can I do full-time CPT as a Client Manager without affecting OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT used for 12 or more months eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, per USCIS regulations. Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, does not affect OPT regardless of duration. Most F-1 students in Client Manager internships structure the engagement as part-time to preserve post-graduation OPT options, especially if they plan to pursue H-1B visa sponsorship later.
How do I explain CPT authorization to a hiring manager who has never hired an F-1 student?
Frame it as school-authorized work authorization tied to your degree program. The employer does not file anything with USCIS for CPT. Your DSO issues an updated I-20, and you present that along with your existing visa documentation. You can show the employer your I-20 CPT authorization page as confirmation. For employers who want to understand the broader hiring process, Migrate Mate surfaces companies already familiar with this workflow.
What happens to my CPT authorization if the Client Manager role changes significantly?
If your job duties, employer, work location, or hours change materially after your DSO issued the CPT I-20, you need a new authorization. Your DSO must issue an amended I-20 reflecting the updated terms. Working outside the scope of your original CPT authorization, such as switching to a different employer without a new I-20, is a status violation. Contact your DSO as soon as any change is confirmed.
Can a Client Manager CPT role lead to H-1B sponsorship after graduation?
Yes, and the CPT period is a practical audition for both parties. Client Manager positions typically qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B rules when the employer can document that the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like business or marketing. Using your CPT period to build a track record with the employer strengthens the case for sponsorship. USCIS evaluates each H-1B petition on its own merits.